Choosing with Body Knowing

Have you ever been surprised to see yourself lurch towards something or pull away from someone?
Have you been embarrassed, shocked or amused by these unbidden impulses?

Many of us have tried to control these impulses and there's certainly a place for inhibiting impulses in any civilized society. And yet, I contend that our choices become more authentic as we include more awareness of these bodily impulses. Why? Our bodies "house" our unconscious impulses and desires. When we learn to access our whole body, we tap into that unconscious knowing. This body knowing offers us access to wisdom that, though often different from more familiar thinking patterns, may lead to making authentic choices, albeit more surprising.